Kiyomizu, Kyoto | Zuikougama Electric Pottery Wheel Experience
- Experience Kiyomizu-yaki electric pottery wheel throwing in front of Yasaka Pagoda
- Guided by professional artisans, beginners can participate with peace of mind
- Freely create practical vessels such as tea bowls and cups
- Choose from a variety of glaze colors to personalize your work
- Book now via KKday to experience traditional Kyoto craftsmanship
Package options
Cultural Experiences
| Location | Indoor |
| Experience type | Ceramics, DIY Workshop |
| Pottery type | Wheel throwing experience |
Product Info
Zuikougama is a traditional Kyoto kiln founded in 1867, with an experience workshop located in the popular Higashiyama tourist area, near Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Pagoda, offering a convenient location.
In this experience, you can use an electric pottery wheel to create your own Kiyomizu-yaki vessel. Under the guidance of professionals, even beginners can easily get started. You can make tea bowls, yunomi (Japanese tea cups), cups, or small vessels according to your preference, and choose the finished color from a variety of glazes.
Different packages offer different production times and quantities, suitable for travelers with limited time or those who wish to have an in-depth experience. The finished work will be fired by the workshop and shipped to you as a travel souvenir.
*The actual experience process may be adjusted based on the day's conditions.
- Package Description -
[Electric Pottery Wheel | 25 min] Popular Standard Package: Freely Shape Your Favorite Design
You can make items such as tea bowls, Japanese tea cups, matcha bowls, flower vases, small storage boxes, or ashtrays (choose 1 piece).
After firing, you can choose the color from 5 options: white, lemon, ame (amber), turquoise, and bronze.[Electric Pottery Wheel | 25 min] Easy Introductory Package: Quickly Make a Small Cup
You can make items such as Japanese tea cups, cups, or sake cups.
Size (reference): approx. 7 cm (height) × 8 cm (width)[Electric Pottery Wheel | 55 min] Flagship Unlimited Package: Unlimited Shaping + Firing of 2 Finished Pieces
You can freely create your favorite shapes without quantity limits and choose 2 pieces to be fired.
After firing, you can choose the color from 5 options: white, lemon, ame (amber), turquoise, and bronze.
Shape your pottery by hand and feel the joy of traditional Kyoto craftsmanship.
Use a pottery wheel to carefully carve the shape of your vessel and experience the delicate process and joy of handmade pottery.
Purchase Notice
- Experience and Booking Rules -
- Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
- English-speaking service is available (subject to on-site availability).
- Experience duration: approx. 20-55 minutes (varies by package).
- Artwork and Shipping Information -
- It takes approx. 1.5-2 months for the artwork to be fired.
- The finished product will be delivered by mail.
- Shipping fees must be paid in cash on-site.
- Customs duties may apply in some countries and must be paid by the recipient.
- Shipping is not available to certain regions (e.g., Brazil, Israel, Russia, Belarus).
- Shipping fees vary by quantity and destination; please refer to the on-site explanation.
- Shipping Information -
- [Domestic Shipping in Japan]
1-3 items: JPY 1,200 per shipping address
4 items: JPY 1,600 per shipping address
5 items: JPY 2,000 per shipping address
6 items: JPY 2,400 per shipping address
* From the 7th item onwards, an additional JPY 400 will be charged per item. - [International Shipping]
Asia: 1 item JPY 3,900 / 2 items JPY 4,500 / 3 items JPY 5,500 / 4 items JPY 6,900 / 5 items JPY 7,900
Oceania/Europe: 1 item JPY 3,900 / 2 items JPY 5,500 / 3 items JPY 6,500 / 4 items JPY 8,900 / 5 items JPY 9,900
North America: 1 item JPY 4,900 / 2 items JPY 6,900 / 3 items JPY 7,900 / 4 items JPY 12,000 / 5 items JPY 13,000
South America/Middle East/Africa: 1 item JPY 7,900 / 2 items JPY 9,900 / 3 items JPY 12,900 / 4 items JPY 16,000 / 5 items JPY 17,000
Brazil: 1 item JPY 10,200 / 2 items JPY 13,200 / 3 items JPY 16,200 / 4 items JPY 19,300 / 5 items JPY 20,300
* Example: Shipping 6 items to Asia → JPY 7,900 (5 items) + JPY 3,900 (1 item) = JPY 11,800
Surcharge(s)
Add-ons
Mug handle: JPY 700
Black rim processing: JPY 700
Reminders
Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
English support is available (subject to on-site arrangements).
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Validity Period
- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Experience Location
Location Name: Zuikougama Kyoto Kiyomizu Store
Address: 385-5 Yasaka Kamimachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto 605-0827, JapanCancellation Policy
- Cancellations 1 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
